Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit Salary in Fitchburg, Massachusetts

The Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit delegates responsibilities to auxiliary and critical care unit staff nurses; supervises preparation and maintenance of critical care unit patient clinical records, and writes reports on critical care unit staff performance and services rendered. Directs nursing service activities for assigned critical/coronary care unit patients. Being a Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit must be graduate of an accredited nursing program with current state licensure. Maintains pre-set inventory standards for solutions, supplies, medicines and equipment, and keeps track of narcotics. In addition, Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit typically reports to top management. The Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. Working as a Head Nurse - Critical Care Unit typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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